1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
